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Matthew Elmas

Petrol prices set to peak about $1.90 after Christmas, as motorists urged to shop around

Petrol prices are rising before Christmas but are slated to begin peaking on Boxing Day. Photo: TND

Australian motorists are being urged to do their research before filling up this Christmas, as fast-rising petrol prices threaten to squeeze motorists heading on holidays across major capitals.

Average petrol prices across Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane have risen about 7.5 cents per litre (cpl) to $1.76 since December 12 and are set to continue rising until the end of the year.

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